Which diet is best for you?

August 6, 2014 10:19 AM

The top Googled diets last year were the Paleo diet, the Juice Cleanse diet and the Mediterranean diet. Click through the slideshow to learn about the pros and cons for each.

The top Googled diets last year were the Paleo diet, the Juice Cleanse diet and the Mediterranean diet. Click through the slideshow to learn about the pros and cons for each.

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The Juice Cleanse Diet: This diet might be for you if you're looking to lose weight fast. It involves the juicing of fruits and vegetables, which you drink for nutrients. It offers vitamins and minerals, claims to reduce toxins in the body and jump-start your diet. less

The Juice Cleanse Diet: This diet might be for you if you're looking to lose weight fast. It involves the juicing of fruits and vegetables, which you drink for nutrients. It offers vitamins and minerals, claims ... more

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The Juice Cleanse Diet: After three days, you can add fruits and vegetables.

The Juice Cleanse Diet: After three days, you can add fruits and vegetables.

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The Juice Cleanse Diet: After three more days, you can start eating nuts and grains.

The Juice Cleanse Diet: After three more days, you can start eating nuts and grains.

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The Juice Cleanse Diet: Three more days after that, you can start eating foods with protein.

The Juice Cleanse Diet: Three more days after that, you can start eating foods with protein.

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The Juice Cleanse Diet: Pros and Cons: Lisa Petroski, a registered dietitian with Ellis Medicine, doesn't see anything positive. You will lose weight quickly, but also gain it back. Without lifestyle changes and exercise, people revert to old habits. less

The Juice Cleanse Diet: Pros and Cons: Lisa Petroski, a registered dietitian with Ellis Medicine, doesn't see anything positive. You will lose weight quickly, but also gain it back. Without lifestyle changes ... more

The Paleo Diet: Cons: It limits grains and dairy, eliminating food groups with nutrients you won't get in other foods. This diet also lacks fiber and exceeds the amount of fat and protein your body really needs. less

The Paleo Diet: Cons: It limits grains and dairy, eliminating food groups with nutrients you won't get in other foods. This diet also lacks fiber and exceeds the amount of fat and protein your body really ... more

The Mediterranean Diet: Pros: This is the only diet of the three that dietitian Lisa Petroski recommends. 'It allows you to eat from all the food groups. It's a heart-healthy diet, and a lot of overwhelming evidence does confirm that it alleviates heart disease, lowers stroke risk and cognitive decline.' less

The Mediterranean Diet: Pros: This is the only diet of the three that dietitian Lisa Petroski recommends. 'It allows you to eat from all the food groups. It's a heart-healthy diet, and a lot of overwhelming ... more